Addison Elementary vs Walter Hays Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 741 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Addison Elementary
Palo Alto · Public elementary · Grades K–5
366 students
Walter Hays Elementary
Palo Alto · Public elementary · Grades K–5
305 students
| Measure | Addison Elementary Palo Alto, California | Walter Hays Elementary Palo Alto, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #309 of 5,693 | #173 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #5280 of 50,301 | #3928 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 366 | 305 |
| Enrollment | 366 | 305 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.2% | 17% |
| Students per teacher | 20.3 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 83% |
| city | Palo Alto | Palo Alto |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Walter Hays Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.0 vs 79.4).
- •Walter Hays Elementary does better on math proficiency (83% vs 78%).
- •Walter Hays Elementary does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 75%).
- •Walter Hays Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17% vs 17.2%).
- •Addison Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.3 vs 21.8).
- •Addison Elementary is the larger school with 366 students compared with 305.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Addison Elementary better than Walter Hays Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Walter Hays Elementary ranks higher (82.0 vs 79.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Addison Elementary and Walter Hays Elementary?
About 741 m in a straight line, between Palo Alto and Palo Alto in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Addison Elementary: 366. Walter Hays Elementary: 305. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Addison Elementary and Walter Hays Elementary rank in California?
Addison Elementary is 309th of 5,693 and Walter Hays Elementary is 173rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).